HONORING REVEREND NIGEL LEON LOVELL-MARTIN

On 2026-10-01, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING REVEREND NIGEL LEON LOVELL-MARTIN" in the House.

HONORING REVEREND NIGEL LEON LOVELL-MARTIN

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 156 (Thursday, October 1, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 156 (Thursday, October 1, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1005] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING REVEREND NIGEL LEON LOVELL-MARTIN ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, October 1, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida, I rise today to honor the Reverend Nigel Leon Lovell-Martin, dedicated servant of God, respected spiritual leader, educator, and community activist, who is celebrating 25 years as the Pastor of Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church in Miami, Florida. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas Reverend Lovell-Martin is credited with bringing stability to struggling Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church, when he became pastor in 1997, and building, over the past 25 years, a sound foundation for the church that is supported by loyal and dedicated members; Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin has initiated numerous successful ministries at the church that tackle issues facing youth and adults, the poor and the homeless; Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin is an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University, holds a Ph.D., a master's and several other degrees in Education and raises money yearly for scholarships to help students further their education; Whereas Reverend Lovell-Martin served the Presbyterian Church in various capacities including as commissioner to the 214th and the 219th General Assemblies, commissioner to the 11th stated meeting of the Synod of South Atlantic, presbytery staff and moderator, and Committee/Commissioner on Ministry moderator; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I. Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, am honored to recognize Reverend Doctor Nigel Leon Lovell-Martin on his 25th anniversary as pastor of Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church, for his commitment to God, his congregation and our community. ____________________